Gone are the constant cravings and father figure euphemisms; coyness is unnecessary.

Dick loved Cecily; the coyness or hesitation was not on HIS part.

If I did not, the people would think it coyness in me.

Serious movies about children often are burdened with symbolism and coyness.

I sensed coyness creeping over my informant: time to back off.

Incapable of coyness, as always, even the first time they'd met.

Unconscious of the challenging coyness of words and manner, she spoke:

With women of that stamp, coyness is a proof of love.

Miss Florence Simcox, somewhat breathless, tripped away, with simulated coyness and many curtseys.

Darton held his breath till he said with treacherous solicitude, 'Try again-'tiscoyness.'

Then, as though her heart had said, Is coyness longer necessary?

While their coyness to signal policy tightening is understandable, it is nevertheless a mistake.

She accepted the invitation with an uncharacteristic lack of coyness.

For over an hour sleep had avoided the Efficient Baxter with an unconquerable coyness.

As a host, Friedman is an intriguing blend of concern, coyness and deadpan wit.

His shuffling feet and trembling palps suggest an odd coyness.